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Race Matters Series
Restorative Justice: What’s Race Got to Do with It? Fania E. Davis
MCC THEATER
In this discussion, Fania E. Davis, Director of Restorative Justice for Oakland Youth, will focus on the contemporary U.S. restorative justice movement and race. Are some of the historical roots of the restorative justice movement found in the civil rights movement or is it a thing apart? Why has so much been written about restorative justice yet virtually nothing having to do with race? Does this new – but ancient – paradigm of justice that privileges healing over punitive responses to wrongdoing have the potential to push back the “New Jim Crow” and render mass incarceration (particularly of African American males) obsolete? If not, why not? If so, how so, and what are the challenges and potential pitfalls? Co-sponsored by the Center for Black Studies Research, City at Peace, and the Department of Black Studies.
Cup of Culture – Meet the Filmmaker
AUTUMN GEM: A Documentary on Modern China's First Feminist
MCC THEATER
Meet the 'Chinese Joan of Arc,' Qiu Jin (1875 - 1907), radical feminist and leader of a revolutionary army that attempted to overthrow the corrupt Qing Dynasty. Qiu Jin boldly challenged traditional gender roles and emerged as a national heroine who is celebrated in China today. Discussion with filmmakers Rae Chang and Adam Tow following the screening. Co-sponsored by the East Asia Center and PIRE-ECCI (The Partnership in International Research and Education in Electron Chemistry and Catalysis at Interfaces). Chang and Tow, 56 min., English and Chinese with English subtitles, 2009, USA.
MCC in I.V.
Boombox Orchestra
ISLA VISTA, LOCATION TBA
Rooted in underground culture, Boombox Orchestra is a live Hip Hop band infused with frenetic funk and a rock'n roll attitude. Conversant in the idioms of hip hop, funk, rock, blues and reggae, the group creates a unique sonic experience.
Tell Me a Story!: The Craft of Storytelling for All Ages Jopesh Velasco
MCC THEATER
Learn the craft of storytelling in this entertaining and interactive workshop for children ages 7 and up. Using movement, music, and multicultural folktales from around the world, participants will learn how to bring stories to life in new and exciting ways.
